2009 Nissan Armada LE 4x4
All photo credits
- Photo: 2015 Nissan Armada Platinum in Arctic Blue Metallic, front right, 08-30-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Armada 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Armada 日産 アルマーダ by Y kovac, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2015 Nissan Armada Platinum in Arctic Blue Metallic, rear right, 08-30-2026 by Cutlass, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '05-'07 Nissan Armada -- Rear by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2009 Nissan Armada LE 4x4 is a 317-hp 5.6-liter V8 SUV with a 5-speed electronically controlled automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $47,860 MSRP.
It makes 317 horsepower at 5,200 rpm and 385 lb-ft of torque at 3400 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 12 mpg city and 18 mpg highway.
The Armada measures 207.7 inches long on a 123.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 5,841 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $47,860 ($72,515 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 5.6L DOHC 32-Valve V8 "Endurance" (VK56DE) |
| Displacement | 5.6 L |
| Horsepower | 317 hp @ 5,200 rpm |
| Torque | 385 lb-ft @ 3400 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Differential Type | Standard Dana axles; 2-wheel (2WD) or 4-wheel (4WD) Automatic Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Electronically Controlled Automatic (w/ tow-haul mode) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 12 MPG |
| Highway | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Unleaded (FFV models also accept up to 85% ethanol/E85) |
| Tank Capacity | 28 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone with stabilizer bar |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20 in. Aluminum-Alloy, machine finished (20x8JJ) |
| Wheels Rear | 20 in. Aluminum-Alloy, machine finished (20x8JJ) |
| Tires Front | P275/60R20 Michelin |
| Tires Rear | P275/60R20 Michelin |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 207.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 123.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 5,841 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2009 Nissan Armada LE 4x4 with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (21.9 % risk) |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan ARMADA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 10, 2023 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.
Consequence: A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the drivers airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.
NHTSA campaign 23V067000
May 20, 2010 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND REAR LOWER LINKS, P/NOS. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, AND 54500ZR00A, SOLD BETWEEN NOVEMBER 25, 2009 AND MAY 14, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND QX56, AND MODEL YEARS 2005 THROUGH 2010 FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY HAS TWO CYLINDRICAL COLLARS FORMING THE INBOARD ATTACHMENT POINTS TO THE CHASSIS. DUE TO AN IMPROPER WELDING PROCESS SOME COLLARS MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS.
Consequence: IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY AFFECTED LOWER LINK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 10E019000
Mar 3, 2010 · FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56 VEHICLES. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE MAY INACCURATELY DISPLAY THAT THE VEHICLE STILL HAS SOME FUEL, TYPICALLY ABOUT ONE QUARTER TANK, WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS EMPTY.
Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RUN OUT OF GAS AND STALL ON THE HIGHWAY, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL SENDER UNIT INSIDE THE FUEL TANK WITH A NEW IMPROVED SENDER CARD. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 10V074000
Mar 2, 2010 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 NISSAN QUEST VEHICLES. THE BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT PIN END WAS NOT SPIN-FORMED TO SPECIFICATION DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY. THE PIVOT PIN COULD SLIDE AND CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO PARTIALLY DISENGAGE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET.
Consequence: THE DRIVER WILL EXPERIENCE UNUSUAL AND NOTICEABLE LOOSENESS IN THE PEDAL AND A REDUCTION IN BRAKING FORCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE PIVOT PIN HAD BEEN FORMED PROPERLY AND WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 10V072000
23 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan ARMADA
Owner Complaints
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan ARMADA (3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Structure | 9 |
| Suspension | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Fuel System | 3 |
| Gasoline | 3 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2009 NISSAN ARMADA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.